Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal

Reports to: Principal

Contract Terms: 11 months

Classification: Administrator

FSLA Status: Full-time position

Supervisory Responsibilities: Teachers and staff

Governing Board Approval: 24-25 SY

JOB SUMMARY

The rewards of being a school administrator are immeasurable: This position seeks a passionate leader with a proven track record and improving student outcomes. A leader who is fiercely committed to creating a community of excellence and will have an impact on teachers and students and will find success and accomplishment in this amazing role, imparting a quality education for every student every day!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with job-embedded professional development and support to teachers and staff, including staff evaluations

• Assists in the development and implementation of proper public relations in order to further community understanding and support of the school's programs

• Maintain a close and constant relationship with the community and assist with the educational program to the citizens of the district

• Assists with implementing systems and administrative routines for critical operations to support instruction, emotional and physical safety of students and staff

• Promotes the vision and mission to ensure high student achievement and college and career readiness

• Assists in implementing a system to formally and informally acknowledge and celebrate individual and team academic success

• Collect and analyze student data to support student achievement goals

• Collect and analyze teacher data to provide individualized support on teacher goals in accordance with the Leading Observation Instrument

• Assist in supporting goals for teachers, support educators and in writing Educator Goal Plans

• Assist with student needs analysis used to identify achievement strengths and high-priority areas for improving student learning

• Support instructional planning by leveraging research-based practices

• Assist with the development and implementation of district curriculum programs.

• Assist in facilitating and provide support for Professional Learning Communities, members of the leadership team, and in Collaborative Team Meetings

• Participates in School Site Council, Open House, Back to School Night and other related school/community events and organizations.

• Serves as acting principal in the absence of the principal.

• Maintains regular and prompt attendance in the workplace.

• Be present at board meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned by principal or superintendent

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Current teaching certificate

• Current Administrative certificate

• Three years of school teaching experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Extensive school teaching experience

• Endorsement or extensive course work in multiple content areas

• Instructional coaching experience

• Use or understanding of Adult Learning Theory

• School Administrator experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Current pedagogy and instructional best practices; emerging education research and best practices

• Best practices in teaching and learning

• Change theory

• Adult learning models and implementation

• Management Systems

• Implementation Strategies

Skilled in:

• Locating and synthesizing best practices, emerging concepts, and new research in academia and education

• Building relationships with students, faculty members, families and external partners. •Active listening

• Group facilitation

• Understanding of the foundations and principles of instructional coaching

• Making data-driven decisions

• Organizing and planning instructional support based on individual needs and priorities

• Using data and technology to personalize learning for both adults and students.

• Utilizing of a variety of frameworks, platforms, and technology tools to enhance productivity and maintain appropriate records

• Building and maintaining positive relationships with students and staff

Core Competencies:

? Accountability ? Analytical Thinking ? Concern for Order ? Perseverance ? Visionary

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast-paced and may occasionally be thought of as stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents.

ABOUT US

We have a great group of dedicated staff and hard-working students who work together to achieve academic success within in our district. Our campuses are located in Wittmann and Surprise, Arizona, where we value and invest in our local community.

Our Mission is to graduate all students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and ethics necessary to succeed in the colleges or careers of their choice. Our Vision is to provide a quality education for every student, every day.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT US

Our rural community offers a close-knit feel. We offer job-embedded professional development and career pathways. We have an exciting STEM program with amazing community partners. Our University partners offer discounted tuition. Discounted childcare is available for all employees.

NOTICES

The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. NUSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the district office at (623) 388-2100 at least 3 days in advance.